Asked by McKayla Barton on May 05, 2024
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What was the concern of some Americans, including Abraham Lincoln, regarding the War with Mexico?
A) origin of the war
B) treatment of Mexican soldiers
C) treatment of Mexican civilians
D) number of deaths
Abraham Lincoln
The 16th President of the United States, who led the country during the Civil War and issued the Emancipation Proclamation.
War With Mexico
Refers to the Mexican-American War (1846-1848), a conflict between the United States and Mexico, leading to the U.S. acquisition of territories in what is now the southwest United States.
- Investigate the origins and outcomes of the Mexican-American War, particularly focusing on the territory expansions for the United States.
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Zybrea KnightMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The concern of some Americans, including Abraham Lincoln, regarding the War with Mexico was primarily about the origin of the war. Lincoln, in particular, questioned the justification for the war and the circumstances under which it was initiated, famously challenging President James K. Polk's assertion that Mexico had "shed American blood upon American soil."
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the origins and outcomes of the Mexican-American War, particularly focusing on the territory expansions for the United States.